Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) vs Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Ardbeg
★ 5.00
£725
Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi)
Miltonduff
£730
| Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) | Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Ardbeg | Miltonduff |
| Region | Islay | Speyside |
| Country | Scotland | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 48.1% | 50.4% |
| Age | 24 yr | 40 yr |
| Price | £724.95 | £730 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi)
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi)
Quick verdict
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) is better value at £725 vs £730.
For beginners: Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi) is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£724.95 vs £730)
Cons
- −Dry and austere — not for those who prefer sweeter drams
Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi)
Pros
- +Longer maturation (40 vs 24 years)
Cons
- −High ABV (50.4%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£730 vs £724.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
Who should buy Ardbeg?
Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Miltonduff?
Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi) is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
Only Ardbeg 24 Year Old (That Boutique-y Whisky Company)
Only Miltonduff 40 Year Old 1982 (cask 3726) - (Adelphi)